Blood Drives Toronto

The Bloom Collective (TBC)

Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman #TBC 1

🩸 Volunteering: Blood Donation

We invite you to join our blood donation initiative! Your contribution could help save someone’s life. ❤️ Donating blood might seem complicated at first, but good news, we’ve already figured everything out for you and reserved comfortable chairs and the friendliest nurses for our group. 😊 ❗ **Important!** To participate, **your English level must be at least Intermediate.** You need to be able to understand basic health-related questions in English without Google Translate, which will be included in the questionnaire. **Register on [TryToronto website](https://trytoronto.org/events/blood-donation-sep)** 📋 **What you need to do:** 1. Follow the link and check if you’re eligible to donate: [https://myaccount.blood.ca/en/eligibility-quiz](https://myaccount.blood.ca/en/eligibility-quiz) 2. Create an account on the website in the top right corner. 3. Be sure to register for the event using the button below; we’ll send you a notification with the pickup location and other details. ✅ **Important before donating blood:** * Eat a hearty breakfast * Drink plenty of fluids * Take your ID card ❗ * Avoid strenuous physical activity 2–3 days before and after ❌ **You cannot donate blood if:** * You attended a party with alcohol yesterday * You’ve recently had anemia (take care of yourself first!) * Your doctor has advised against it **Let’s make the world a better place together!** ⏰ **Duration:** 10:00 AM to 10:35 AM (please arrive a little early) 💬 **Coordinator:** Kate 💜 **Participation is free** ⚠️ **Only 5 spots available. register on [TryToronto website](https://trytoronto.org/events/blood-donation-sep)**

Riverdale Park 5K Run / Walk / Jog

5K every week till the snows come down! Or try to! We'll meet by the track. I'll be there early to warm up. We will start the 5K exactly at 9:30am. As mentioned in the About Us, * Using the park track we can all go at our own pace and never really be left behind unless we all finish way ahead of you. :D I think an hour is enough time to dedicate to the run. I'm pretty slow, so you will likely have me around for most of the hour. * Members are free to leave the run whenever they want. * Bring your kids, your pets, your partners, etc. * All encouraged to stick around afterwards and enjoy the park or neighbourhood on your own. * Let's get stronger, healthier and foster a great community at the same time. We also welcome runners who are not in our neighbourhood and want to join us spiritually and run from their own neighbourhoods. :-) Imagine how much healthier and communal the world would be if we all stopped for an hour once in a while to run together; re-centring and re-charging together?

Dinner on the Terrace at Casa Loma (Blueblood Steakhouse) - table 2

North Humber River Long Walk - 16KM (You might see a deer!)

### 🌿 North Humber River Walk – 6th Annual! 🌿 We’re back for our **sixth year in a row** with this incredible walk — and it has become a true fan favourite! The North Humber River trail is one of Toronto’s most peaceful and nature-filled walks. It’s a longer walk, but that’s part of what makes it so rewarding. You’ll get out of the city, follow the river, explore beautiful natural areas, and see just how far you can go when you give yourself the chance. This walk is about challenging yourself just a little — you'd be surprised how far you can go! If you don't want to complete the entire walk, that's totally okay. You can leave along the way, and I can help you find the nearest way back toward public transit. We'll finish with a quick stop at Tim Hortons before heading back toward Kipling Station. ### 📲 Stay Connected Don't forget to join our **WhatsApp Group – [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc)** It's a great way to get updates, connect with other members, and stay informed about the event. *** ### *** ### 📍 Meetup Details 🕙 **Meetup Time:** 10:00 AM 🚌 **Bus leaves:** 10:06 AM sharp 📍 **Meetup Spot:** In front of the Information Booth at Kipling Subway Station Bus Terminal 🫎 Look for Mathew in the Moose Hat! 🚌 **Bus:** 927B Highway 27 Express to Steeles via Humber College ⚠️ **PLEASE BE ON TIME.** If you miss the bus, you will miss the group. We cannot wait for late arrivals. *** ### 🚗 Driving / Meeting Us at the Trail If you live closer to the trail or prefer to drive, **you can meet us at Humberline Park**. 📍 **Meeting Point:** Humberline Park, by the bathrooms ⏰ **Meeting Time:** Approximately **10:35 AM** Please look up directions to Humberline Park before leaving and give yourself plenty of time to get there. 🚗 **Parking:** Parking availability in the area can vary, so please check the parking situation before coming. ⚠️ **Important:** If you drive to Humberline Park, **you will need to arrange your own transportation back at the end of the walk.** We do not finish the walk back at Humberline Park. You may need to use Uber, a taxi, or public transit to get back to your vehicle. If you're meeting us at the park, please make sure you are there and ready to walk by 10:35 AM. Once we arrive, we'll be continuing with the group. *** ### 💵 Meetup Fee **$5 cash in person or e-transfer** 📧 **[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)** This small fee helps support the group and keeps events like this running. Thank you for supporting the community! *** ### 🌲 What to Expect 🚍 A 40-minute bus ride to the starting point near Humber College 🌿 A peaceful walk along the North Humber River 🦌 Opportunities to spot deer, birds, and other wildlife ☕ Two rest stops along the route 🥾 A longer walk that will give you a chance to challenge yourself 🍩 A final stop at Tim Hortons before heading back toward Kipling Station Some sections of this trail genuinely feel like you've left Toronto behind. It's one of those walks where the city slowly disappears and you're surrounded by trees, water, wildlife, and open space. *** ### 🧳 What to Bring 💧 Water 👟 Good walking shoes — some sections may be uneven 🥨 A snack 🧴 Sunscreen 🎒 A small backpack *** ### 👥 Who Is This For? This group is for anyone who wants to get outside, explore Toronto, and meet people along the way — singles, couples, newcomers, longtime Torontonians, and everyone in between. We host: 🎬 Movies 🚶 Walks & hikes 🎭 Arts & culture 🍽️ Restaurants 🎤 Karaoke …and plenty more! The activity is the **container**. The people you meet and the connections you make along the way are the real experience. 💛 *** ### 💛 A Few Notes You're welcome to join us even if you're deciding at the last minute. If you need to leave the walk early, that's okay — just let me know and we'll help you figure out the best way to get back toward transit. Sometimes things happen and events may need to be cancelled or changed. Please keep an eye on the event page for updates. *** 👤 **Organizer: Mathew** 📧 Questions? Post on the event wall or email: **[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)**

Zed’s Dead & CNE ($29 admission)

BRUCE PENINSULA— BACKPACKING

Day 1 (Sept 12): Cyprus Lake → Stormhaven Day 2 (Sept 13): Stormhaven → High Dump Day 3 (Sept 14): High Dump → Cyprus Lake

Short Reads Social #12: "Why Don't We Dream of Labour?" (Aug 25th)

Short-Read Socials are back! Come meet with like-minded and unlikeminded people to talk about the topic of the month. This time, we're thinking about **work and meaning.** *Why do some people feel like their work is meaningless? Is some work more inherently "meaningful" than others? Should work be something that necessarily has to fulfill us in the first place?* \-\-\- **How does it work?** * The event is casual. You can talk to anyone there with or without our prompt sheets, either about the month's topic or about whatever you want. * Open philosophical discussion, including for controversial topics, is welcome but be respectful :) * If you've read/watched/heard anything related to the topic of the month, feel free to bring it in! Not necessarily physically, but you can if you want... * If not, here are some thought-provoking reads to start you off (read as many or as few as you want): * [Why Is Everyone In Tech So Sad?](https://www.noemamag.com/why-is-everyone-in-tech-so-sad/) * [Workism Is Making Americans Miserable](https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2019/02/religion-workism-making-americans-miserable/583441/) (paywall-free version [here](https://archive.is/20260808071246/https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2019/02/religion-workism-making-americans-miserable/583441/)) * [The Nature of Meaningless Work](https://thestillwandering.substack.com/p/the-nature-of-meaningless-work?r=2zfszx&utm_medium=ios&triedRedirect=true) * [What do Japan’s hikikomori reveal about our lonely world?](https://psyche.co/ideas/what-do-japans-hikikomori-reveal-about-our-lonely-world) * And as a throwback to our second book club meeting ever, Chapter 6: Why Do We as a Society Not Object to the Growth of Pointless Employment? of [David Graeber's Bullshit Jobs](https://nextcloud.quackhouse.ca/s/DMqpQD8wSR8WPcy) (pages 103-135 in the pdf or 193-244 in the text) * Feel free to post other recommendations (blogs, movies, tv episodes, video essays, etc.) in the comments!

Almost Jeopardy @ Bellwoods

One of the best breweries in the city; one of the most popular trivia formats. Worthy of checking out. Take two as the prior date was full. A table for 6 is the largest you can book so this time I have booked two tables for two teams. Enjoy your Labour Day with beer and trivia.

WOOT Labour Day Long Weekend in Outaouais, Quebec

\*Even if not certain but interested, always rsvp "going" so that the organizer can coordinate with you and answer your questions.\*\* **WOOT LABOUR DAY LONG WEEKEND IN OUTAOUAIS, QUEBEC!** **Sept\. 4–7 \| 3 nights \| Duhamel\, Quebec** *Departing Toronto **early afternoon or sooner on Friday**, September 4th for a 6 hour drive.* Get ready for an end-of-summer WOOT getaway in the beautiful Outaouais region! We'll be staying at a spacious chalet surrounded by forest featuring 2 bathrooms, an outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna, fire pit, and more. (See photos below) Expect an outdoor fun weekend with a mix of hiking, swimming, water sports, exploring, beautiful scenery, possible visits to Parc Omega, group activities, and plenty of relaxing and social time at the chalet. We'll probably head out for a meal or two as well! 🍹🍽️ \*We'll have a shared meal (potluck) on the Saturday night where each car will decide together what they want to contribute (store bought or homemade - both are fine!) 📅 **Final registration and payment deadline: Friday, Aug. 21 at 11:59 PM** **💰 Accommodation and Extras** **$310 for shared accommodation + your applicable trip add-ons:** 🔥 Shared trip supplies: **+$15 (everyone)** 🍳 Meal plan: **+$20 (optional — 3 breakfasts + 1 lunch)** 🚗 Organized WOOT carpool: **+$45 (passengers only)** *Drivers do not pay the transportation fee and will be reimbursed for gas after the trip.* **Examples** 🚗 **Passenger (includes transport) + meal plan:** **$390 total** 🚗 **Passenger (includes transport), no meal plan:** **$370 total** 🚙 **Driver + meal plan:** **$345 total** *(The organizer may make small adjustments after the trip if shared expenses are lower than expected.)* 💡 **Additional expenses: Admission fees, parking at attractions and activity sites, restaurant meals, and other personal expenses are not included in the trip price.** **WOOT organizes the carpool from Toronto, you don't need a car to join the adventure!** ☀️ **Three nights of nature, water, adventure, WOOT fun to wrap up the summer!** 🌲 *** **📝 RSVP Information (those who do not answer RSVP questions and do not provide their cell number will be moved to the bottom of the GOING list):** **1\. What is your cell number?** *(This information is private and will only be seen by the organizer.)* **2\. What are your transportation plans?** **A.** Passenger at carpool **B.** Driver (I have my own car) at carpool for **___** passengers *(Please do not select B unless you own your own car.)* **C.** Prefer to be a passenger, but driver at carpool for **___** passengers if needed **D.** Meet at the location *(Limited spots available. Preference given to those commuting from Toronto.)* The organizer will monitor the RSVPs. **Hope you can join us!** **Rebecca (rphinn)**

Frosh nosh around downtown universities (9.9 km)

**Attendance policy is enforced for this hike**. See below for details. It's back to school as we wind through all the universities in downtown. The largest of which is the University of Toronto, serviced by 5 subway stations and boasts a wealth of architectural styles: Neoclassical, Gothic Revival, Georgian, Victorian, Brutalist, Modern, and more. It's a tourist attraction in its own right. We'll then swing by OCAD and end at TMU. At the periphery of these universities, one can find clusters of restaurants catering to students and staff. This hike goes through the main ones and some hidden spots. The focus will be on cheap or reasonably-priced places. At the end of the hike, there is an array of excellent restaurants to choose from: Korean deep-fried meats, raw marinated crabs, Japanese bar snacks, and Northeastern Thai grilled meats. **Highlights** 1. Matt Cohen Park (depart 2pm) 2. Toroast / Robarts Library 3. Colleges in University of Toronto / Hart House 4. Koerner Hall / ROM / Gardiner Museum 5. Bloom Cafe / Bao House / Gyoza&Go 6. Cha Cheng Tealato (depart 3:07pm) 7. Whitney Block / Ontario Legislature / Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus 8. Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research 9. The Self Ramen Bar 10. Faculty of Architecture 11. Robert Street Cookies / Fresca Pizza 12. Corner Crepe Co / Mexi-Pak FusionTaco / Heval Cafe 13. Polish Combatants Association / George Brown House 14. J&G Fried Chicken / Kati Thai Gelato (depart 4:12pm) 15. St. Patrick's Church / AGO / OCAD 16. Manpuku / NaiNai / Bao Bao Dim Sum 17. Maki Mart / Big Belly 18. Butter Baker 19. TMU Student Learning Centre / World Food Market 20. Devonian Pond / The Image Centre 21. Afro's Pizza 22. Som Tum Jinda / Katsuya / Gebang Sikdang (arrive 5pm) **Neighbourhoods** The Annex > University of Toronto > Bay Street Corridor > Discovery District > Chinatown > Grange Park > Garden District **Map** [https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1dCmi4OQRE7QvMMpPi0y7z6dj7xairg0&usp=sharing](https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1dCmi4OQRE7QvMMpPi0y7z6dj7xairg0&usp=sharing) **How it works** Hike starts punctually. Late or can't do the whole route? Meet us at scheduled checkpoints. We'll browse many food places but won't linger long. See the route in advance, organize takeout, then pickup along the way. Not sure what to try? Join our omakase for $5, which gives a tiny sample from different restaurants. Payment on the day of event by cash or e-transfer to globaltorontoeats@gmail.com. No refunds after orders are placed. Details of sampled food will be uploaded after the hike. Limited cutlery provided. Highly recommended to bring cutlery and containers for omakase and bringing back leftovers. See our [About section](https://www.meetup.com/hike-to-eat/) for more info. **Attendance policy** Please check in with an organizer when you arrive. 24 hours before the hike, we'll note who is on the confirmed list. Those that don't show up will be marked as no-show. Repeat offenders will be banned. Please change your RSVP if you can no longer attend. If you got off the waitlist less than 24 hours before the event, you won't be considered a no-show.

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